VinFast breaks ground first integrated EV facility in India
The facility, which covers an area of 160 ha, has an investment of 500 million USD for the project's first phase in five years. It is expected to make 150,000 vehicles yearly, and create about 3,000-5,000 jobs. India, the world's third-largest automobile market, is one of the key markets in VinFast's global expansion plan. Its EV production facility in Tamil Nadu not only meets development targets in India, but also serves export goals to countries in South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. The project is also an important addition to VinFast's worldwide production ecosystem./.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 26, 2024 23:59 UTC
VinFuture announces the prize council for the 2024 season
The deadline for nomination submissions for the 2024 VinFuture Prize is 2:00 PM, April 17, 2024 (Vietnam Time, GMT +7). Previously, the recently concluded 2023 VinFuture Prize award season garnered a robust response from the global science and technology community, with nearly 1,400 exceptional nominations from scientists, researchers, and inventors worldwide. HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 February 2024 -The members of the 2024 Prize Council are all excellent, renowned scientists, and most have accompanied VinFuture through many impressive seasons. In 2022, Prof. Ronald was awarded the Wolf Prize in Agriculture & the VinFuture Special Prize for Women Innovators. "commented on the significance of new members by stating: "Detailed information regarding the 2024 VinFuture Prize Council members is available online at https://vinfutureprize.org/prize-councils/ Hashtag: #VinFutureThe issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
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February 26, 2024 15:41 UTC
Indonesia: At least four killed in landslide
A landslide has left at least four people dead and six others injured in the Indonesian province of South Sulawesi on February 26 morning.According to the provincial disaster mitigation agency, the disaster, affecting more than 20 people in Bastem Utara , was triggered by torrential rain that hit the area on February 25 evening. More than 10 motorcycles and two cars were buried, with the roads damaged.The agency also warned of the possible occurrence of subsequent landslides due to the current weather.Disasters like floods and landslide s often occur in Indonesia during the rainy season./.
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February 26, 2024 12:37 UTC
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Applications are invited for the following national position available with UNFPA Viet Nam Office:Post title: Programme Specialist and Team Leader: Adolescents and YouthLevel: NOCDuty station: Ha Noi, Viet NamContract type: Fixed Term Appointment (FTA)Full/Part time: Full-TimeDuration: Initial one year with possible extensionClosing date: 27 March 2024 at 18h00 (Ha Noi Time, GMT+7)To view the complete job description and apply to this position, please visit our website http://vietnam.unfpa.org/en/vacanciesNotice: There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities for all.
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February 26, 2024 11:55 UTC
Phát wins first international badminton title of the year
BadmintonHÀ NỘI — Vietnamese player Lê Đức Phát championed the Uganda International Challenge badminton tournament, earning his first international title in 2024 on February 25 in Kampala. In addition to the prize bonus, Phát bagged 4,000 points for his world ranking and is expected to be in the top 70 on the next Badminton World Federation's ranking release. Phát is one of two Vietnamese male players hunting a place at the Paris Olympics this summer. As per rule, each country will have a maximum two official spots. Among 38 official spots, 33 will be selected based on their Race to Paris ranking and the remaining five will be wildcards offered by the International Olympic Committee.
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February 26, 2024 11:02 UTC
Thailand to use game to promote tourism
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya as it has beautiful places including World Heritage sites and a strong cultural identity. (Photo: Xinhua)Bangkok (VNA) – Thailand’s Tourism and Sports Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol has announced that popular tourist destinations in secondary provinces in the country will be proposed as scenes in Gravity's hit mobile game Ragnarok Origin. Ragnarok Origin (ROO) is a mobile game and a sequel to the iconic multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) Ragnarok Online (RO) created by Gravity – a game developer from the Republic of Korea. Srettha asked the company to add the muay Thai shorts, headband and Thai war elephants as items in the game, a move that Sudawan said will help promote Thai cultural heritage. The Thai minister added that the collaboration aims to attract millions of gamers worldwide to spend their holidays in Thailand and see the physical places that are promoted in the game./.
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February 26, 2024 09:10 UTC
Lifeline Cleaning Empowers Lighthouse School Through Free Disinfection Services
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 February 2024 - Lifeline Cleaning, a commercial cleaning service provider in Singapore, will be offering free disinfection services to Lighthouse School Toa Payoh to provide students with a safe and hygienic learning environment where they can thrive. Lifeline Cleaning has always acknowledged the importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects, and has had past initiatives directed towards benefiting the elderly and visually impaired. With a profound desire to protect the students from potential health risks, the recent surge in COVID cases in December prompted Lifeline to take immediate action through cleaning services . Lifeline Cleaning’s CSR PlansLifeline is committed to serving its valued beneficiaries for years to come, going beyond providing a one-time disinfection service. About Lifeline CleaningLifeline Cleaning is a premier cleaning company in Singapore, providing commercial, industrial, office, restaurant, carpet, high dusting, floor scrubbing, waxing, and disinfection services.
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February 26, 2024 05:15 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 26/2024
NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue joins an activity within the framework of the launching ceremony of Youth Month 2024 and tree-planting festival in Nghe An province. On the same day, 67 youth unions in provinces, cities, and organisations across the country launched the tree-planting festival and Youth Month 2024. Walking campaign launched to raise funds for the needyA campaign named “Million steps of kindness” was launched by the Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRC) and the Vietnam Youth Federation on February 25 to call on the community to engage in physical activities to raise donations to the needy. On the same day, 67 youth unions in provinces, cities, and organisations across the country launched the tree-planting festival and Youth Month 2024. Ambassador Dung suggested the Egyptian locality strengthen cooperation with not only Ninh Binh but also other localities of Vietnam.
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February 26, 2024 04:17 UTC
VIFA EXPO 2024 to help int’l buyers find high-quality furniture sources
VIFA EXPO 2024 will be held at the SKY EXPO VIETNAM Center, Quang Trung Software City, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City, from February 26 to February 29, 2024. In addition, nearly 3,500 foreign furniture buyers have registered to attend VIFA EXPO 2024 in order to find potential suppliers. Additionally, VIFA EXPO 2024 has also strengthened its partnerships with top international furniture exhibition organizers, such as the China International Furniture Fair (CIFF), the International Famous Furniture Fair (3F), Interzum (China), the Indonesia International Furniture Expo 2024 (IFEX) (Indonesia), the Sofurn & Lifeshow (South Korea), the Hive Furniture Show (the UAE), the Index Plus (India), and the Momarik Expo (Turkey). In particular, international furniture buyers will have access to a specialized assistance programme during VIFA EXPO 2024. • Exclusive Savings on Hotel Accommodations at Hotels Listed for VIFA EXPO 2024: Give international buyers 20% to 50% off at 4-5 hotels.
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February 26, 2024 02:01 UTC
VNRC launches walking campaign, starting the National Humanitarian Month 2024
HÀ NỘI — The Việt Nam Red Cross Society (VNRC) officially launched a walking campaign, called Triệu bước chân nhân ái (Million Steps of Kindness), in Hà Nội on February 25. The 56-day campaign is within the framework of a series of activities in response to National Humanitarian Month 2024. Speaking at the launching ceremony, VNRC President Bùi Thị Hòa said that the campaign aimed to spread the message of solidarity, kindness, creativity, determination and perseverance of Vietnamese people. In 2024, the VNRC strives to mobilise resources to reach VNĐ400 billion to implement activities in Humanitarian Month and be ready to meet humanitarian assistance requests in 2024. During National Humanitarian Month 2024, the VNRC from central to local levels plans to support 100,000 humanitarian addresses (individuals and groups).
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February 25, 2024 16:00 UTC
Rising from the ashes: Along the Cambodian roads
In my queries, I came to know that the Pol Pot forces retreated from its defence line last night. We could not find our Political Commission to join its formation but had to go ahead on our own to Phnom Penh. The Pol Pot authorities ran away to the west before the arrival of the Vietnamese volunteer army and the Cambodian revolutionary forces. It is very dangerous to go out because the Pol Pot army remnants are still at large. I took the time to write down about what I saw in Phnom Penh in its first days of liberation.
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February 25, 2024 14:05 UTC
First international apparel, textiles fair to open in HCM City later this month
HCM CITY — The inaugural Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies will take place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre in HCM City from February 28 to March 1. They will showcase their fabrics, yarns, fibres, garments, home textiles, technical textiles, nonwovens, and textile processing and printing technology. Wendy Wen, managing director of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, said: “The reason we picked Việt Nam to launch our very first integrated textile fair in South East Asia is because we recognise its potential. “VIATT will be a hub for suppliers and buyers across the entire textile value chain to meet, source and harness the full potential of all categories. “By leveraging our 500,000 connections from our Texpertise Network's 50 plus global fairs, we will provide Việt Nam's most comprehensive textile trade platform."
Source:Viet Nam News
February 25, 2024 13:17 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 25/2024
He said that the bilateral cooperative relations will experience significant progress in 2024, matching the Vietnam – Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. To make a delicious sticky rice dish, Phu Thuong villagers put in a great deal of effort and dedication. The villagers have established their brand, introduced their sticky rice in various markets, festivals and events throughout the country. The village was officially recognised by the municipal People's Committee as the traditional sticky rice village on December 30, 2016. Phu Thuong sticky rice was selected as one of the 12 speciality dishes served at the Media Centre during the US-DPRK Summit in Hanoi in 2019.
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February 25, 2024 10:12 UTC
Reception marks 64th birthday of Japanese Emperor
HÀ NỘI — The Japanese Embassy in Việt Nam held a reception on February 23 to celebrate the 64th birthday of Japanese Emperor Naruhito. Foreign Minister Son stressed that the Vietnam – Japan relations, which have unceasingly developed, have become a bright spot in the international relations amidst rapid and complicated developments in the region and the world. Given the trong political trust, cultural similarities and historical connections of the two countries, Son believed that the Vietnam – Japan friendship and cooperative ties have entered a new chapter with boundless potential for development. He said that the bilateral cooperative relations will experience significant progress in 2024, matching the Vietnam – Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. On the occasion, the Japanese Embassy presented the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star to former Vietnamese Ambassador Doan Xuan Hung.
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February 25, 2024 04:19 UTC
Việt Nam acts to combat money laundering, terrorist financing
HÀ NỘI — Deputy Prime Minister Lê Minh Khái has signed a decision promulgating the national action plan to implement the Government's commitment to prevent and combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and financing of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The goal is to realise the National Action Plan to implement the Vietnamese Government's commitment with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), so as to soon remove the country from the Increased Monitoring List (Grey List) on the basis of ensuring to the maximum national interests. The plan sets out 17 specific actions to implement the commitment, including demonstrating that competent authorities have improved understanding of money laundering/terrorist financing risks and are taking actions to mitigate these risks through the implementation of related strategies and policies; and proving effective cooperation, coordination and communication between relevant agencies. Việt Nam will develop a legal framework to prohibit or regulate virtual assets and virtual asset service providers, and demonstrate enforcement of regulations to ensure compliance. Law enforcement and prosecution agencies will prioritise parallel financial investigations and demonstrate a significant and sustainable increase in the number of money laundering investigations and prosecutions, consistent with Vietnam's money laundering risk profile.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 25, 2024 03:14 UTC